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SEEDING MERCY

AZ · EIN 824258625 · $88K rev · operational · seedingmercy.org
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Seeding Mercy is a nonprofit social enterprise founded by Aken Tong that supports smallholder farmers in South Sudan who are vulnerable to climate-related challenges. The organization implements solar irrigation systems, provides financing and training, and promotes regenerative agriculture to increase crop yields and build food security. It operates a "Feed-Forward" model where farmers, once supported, go on to feed their neighbors, creating a sustainable alternative to traditional aid.

activities · 4

what they do

direct service · 3
  • Agricultural Commodity Trade Facilitation Business Capital Access Facilitation
    Facilitates trade in agricultural commodities by managing transaction risks, developing new business opportunities between farmers and clients, and connecting agricultural suppliers with buyers. This includes acting as an intermediary or direct provider to bridge supply-demand gaps, supplying raw materials, and arranging for the sale of finished goods.
  • Agricultural Support for Smallholder Farmers Microfinance and Business Training for Entrepreneurs
    Provides smallholder farmers with a holistic bundle of services to increase productivity and income generation from crops, including promoting sustainable agricultural practices, improving soil health, increasing crop yields, and reducing harmful chemical use. This support also aims to build resilience among farmers to produce food and improve their economy.
  • Provides clean energy solutions, such as solar panels and cooking stoves, to communities that lack reliable and affordable electricity.
capacity building · 1
  • Food Access and Nutrition Education Research & Advocacy on Hunger and Health
    Works to improve access to nutritious food in underserved communities and provides education and resources to help individuals make healthier food choices and promote sustainable food production practices.
strategies · 16

how they think

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named programs · 6

what they call their work

Access to Energy
Provision of clean energy solutions such as solar panels and efficient cooking stoves to farming communities
Feed-Forward Model
Program where supported smallholder farmers produce enough food to feed themselves and then feed their neighbors, creating a self-sustaining cycle of food security
Nutrition and Food Access
Improving access to nutritious food and promoting education on healthy food choices in underserved communities
Regenerative Agriculture
Training and support for sustainable farming practices that improve soil health, increase yields, and reduce reliance on harmful chemicals
Solar Irrigation Systems
Installation and support of solar-powered irrigation to enable year-round cultivation despite erratic rainfall and climate challenges
Trade for Agricultural Commodities
Facilitation of fair trade among farmers, including risk management, market access, and tailored business solutions
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • farmers Partner — Farmers who produce agricultural commodities and engage in trade facilitated by the organization
  • small-scale farmers Partner — Works with small-scale farmers to promote fair trade practices and sustainable food production.